SANJI’S TUNA SAUTE INSPIRED BY ONE PIECE

For the Sweet Soy Caramelized Onions

Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until they begin to brown. Add water to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.

Continue cooking onions, adding water as needed, until they are golden brown (about 35-45 minutes). Add soy sauce, honey, and mirin, and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture reduces and becomes jammy. Keep warm until ready to serve.

For the Seared Asparagus

Blanch the asparagus in a large pot of boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath to cool for 1-2 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add smashed garlic and asparagus, and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the asparagus just starts to brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

For the Paprika Tuile

In a medium bowl, combine water and neutral oil. Sift the flour, almond meal, and both sweet and hot paprika into the liquid mixture. Whisk to thoroughly combine.

Heat a small nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Add 1-2 tablespoons of batter to the pan and cook until the tuile becomes crisp. Set aside to cool.

If you wish to add vibrant color, mix red food coloring into the batter for a brighter appearance.

For the Herb Oil

Blanch basil, parsley, and chives in boiling water for 15 seconds, then transfer to an ice bath to cool. Strain and dry the herbs.

Place the herbs in a food processor or mortar, add olive oil and a pinch of kosher salt. Process or muddle until partially pureed.

Pour the oil through a coffee filter into a glass vessel. Let the oil sit for 1 hour to fully strain.

Refrigerate the oil until needed. Allow it to come to room temperature before using.

For the Tuna Sauté

Marinade: Place the tuna in a resealable bag, pour the marinade over it, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Heat neutral oil in a large carbon steel skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the tuna and sear for 20-30 seconds on each side. Let the tuna cool on a plate for 5 minutes before slicing.

For the Assembly

Serve the sliced tuna with Sweet Soy Caramelized Onion, Seared Asparagus, Paprika Tuile, and Herb Oil. Garnish with white sesame seeds and finishing salt.